Terms & Conditions (FAQs)
Q: How much do you charge per hour?
A: I don’t change per hour as I want the tattoo experience to be as fair as possible. This means that if we need breaks, food or anything else, you are not charged for this time. Please, contact me before booking via email or via booking form as pieces are charged based on complexity. Discounts may apply on some pieces and instalments/ payment support is offered so please, always ask. Large or small pieces are always welcome.
Q: What are booking fees for, are they refundable?
A: No, booking fees are non-refundable. They cover my drawing time, appointment day reservation and admin. A new deposit will be needed if you reschedule your appointment with only a few exceptions on regular clients.
Q: You live far away, can I take your design to another artist?
A: Depends: if I can speak to your artist to make sure I am credited and I believe they can deliver a good result. My rates are $1600 onwards. My work is registered and I work very hard on my designs and taking something from the internet to get it done by somewhere else is unethical, rude and insulting, and might get you and your artist in trouble. Please, message me before getting some of my work.
Q: Do you only do black and grey?
A: No, I also love working with colour! When I do this, I work with earthy muted shades and I ask each client if they prefer a warm or a cool palette. I am big on colour theory so giving me one favourite colour to work with is fine, but I like to choose the tones around it myself, applying the colour harmony rules I studied for years.
Q: I want to book in with you but I am from a different state/country.
A: You are more than welcome to book in and travel to me, and book consecutive days to save on travel if your design is a continuation piece.
Keep an eye on my Instagram (turn notifications on) to keep an eye on my travel dates.
Q: How long is a full day? How big is a tattoo that would take a full day?
A: 5-6h. This can vary slightly depending on breaks, stamina, skin condition etc. My time starts as agreed, not when you arrive to the studio, so make sure you are on time. Numbing cream applications and waiting processes will not add time to your appointment, numbing creams must be applied at home before the session commences.
Q: Where is your shop located?
A: I tattoo at my private studio located in South Yarra, Melbourne.
Q: Would you tattoo something small?
A: Absolutely. Message me to inquire!
Q: Can you tattoo my design on another person?
A: A custom piece is just for you! my portfolio pieces are meant to be finished, and are subject to a termination agreement. If you do not respond to my messages or finish the piece in 2 years since starting, I hold full rights on the design, so this might be tattooed on somebody else.
Q: Can I bring friends and family to my tattoo appointment?
A: I prefer if you come along but if you need support for whatever reason or if you are travelling with someone and they have nowhere to go during your appointment or any similar reasons, they are more than welcome. Just please, let me know in advance.
Q: Can I use numbing cream?
A: Yes. Just contact me to advice you on brands.
Q: Do you take card payments?
A: I do both cash and bank transfer.
Q: Can I pay for the full piece in instalments?
A: I use InkMoney to help fund your tattoo if needed.
Q: I have a continuation piece booking, how far in time can I spread my sittings?
A: As little as possible. With continuation pieces, if they are 2-3 days long I prefer to book them all sessions in a row. It is easier for you guys to keep the excitement of a new tattoo and for me to make sure my style and technique has not changed from sitting to sitting. For longer sittings, it's up to you, as long as we book the following session during your appointment so make sure we keep the ball rolling and we both make sure there is an ending date for the project.
Q: Do your deposits expire?
A: Yes. You will require a new deposit if you need to rebook your piece and you leave it pending for over 3 months. I had clients in the past contacting me to use a deposit the left years ago when I worked at different studios and I have no access to their booking or information about the deposit anymore.
Q: Do you do gift vouchers?
A: Absolutely! Just email me.
Q: Are the flash pieces repeatable?
A: Yes, all my flash design are repeatable.